Causes
Wallenberg Syndrome can be attributed to various causes, the most common being a stroke in the brain stem. However, the condition can also be prompted by trauma to the vertebral artery, which is a blood vessel located in the neck. Additionally, an aneurysm or inflammation in the artery can lead to the development of Wallenberg Syndrome. Other factors such as head injury, multiple sclerosis, metastatic cancer, and varicella infections have also been known to cause this syndrome. In rare cases, an unusual form of tuberculosis known as brain stem tuberculoma may precede the condition.
Risk Factors
The causes of Wallenberg syndrome are still not completely understood and why some individuals develop it while others do not remains a mystery. Nevertheless, studies have found a correlation between conditions that typically result in strokes and those that lead to Wallenberg syndrome. Such associated conditions encompass artery disease, heart disease, and blood clots. Additionally, experts suggest that even minor neck injuries can heighten the chances of developing Wallenberg syndrome, particularly in individuals under the age of 45.